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The Deepwater notothen (Trematomus loennbergii) is a saltwater fish of the family Nototheniidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
Loennberg's notothen is an Antarctic notothen living in the cold waters around Antarctica. The species grows to about 30 cm and has a spindle-shaped, greyish-brown body adapted to icy water; related species carry antifreeze proteins in the blood. It lives on and above the bottom to great depth and feeds on small crustaceans, worms and fish. The fish is harmless to humans and has no commercial value. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Deepwater notothen?
The Deepwater notothen has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Antarctic bottom fish adapted to icy water
Where does the Deepwater notothen live?
The Deepwater notothen lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Antarctic waters
How big does the Deepwater notothen get?
The Deepwater notothen grows to a maximum of about 30 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Deepwater notothen dangerous to humans?
No, the Deepwater notothen is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Deepwater notothen edible?
The Deepwater notothen is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Trematomus
More from the family Nototheniidae
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